rules and regulations

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“According to our rules and regulations now, he passed a criminal background check, and he’s a citizen, so …,” Robinson said.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

LAFD’s rules and regulations say that members shall “under no circumstances” exceed their authority in giving orders and are protected against penalties if they follow improper orders.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

The first part is a written portion, where prospective graders are tested on ICE’s rules and regulations regarding coffee grading.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“There’s so many rules and regulations that this trust agreement may be binding your hands to in the future,” he says.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

“The big giant is tied down by those little rules and regulations and procedures. And the little guy? He just runs around and does what he wants.”

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell